Join us for our November SMS PTA meeting on Monday, November 9 at 6:30pm in the SMS Library. Can't attend in person? Join with this link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2465216261787986?p=vq7srXglH6Y98OQntc
2 days ago, Dr. Colleen Murley - Principal
Blue background with white waves. Text reads "SMS PTA Meeting Monday, Nov 9, 6:30-7:00pm SMS Library". Logo has a white "A" on a blue background.
6th graders in language arts put their literary and creativity skills to the test with our One Pager projects. We have some seriously talented students!
2 days ago, Annie Drees
One Pager projects
One Pager projects
Ms. Thompson’s 7th-grade Science classes have recently wrapped up their unit on cells! Students enjoyed participating in a variety of hands-on labs and activities that helped them explore cell structures and functions while strengthening their understanding of how cells work.
3 days ago, Kennady Thompson
Ms. Thompson’s 7th-grade Science classes have recently wrapped up their unit on cells! Students enjoyed participating in a variety of hands-on labs and activities that helped them explore cell structures and functions while strengthening their understanding of how cells work.
Ms. Thompson’s 7th-grade Science classes have recently wrapped up their unit on cells! Students enjoyed participating in a variety of hands-on labs and activities that helped them explore cell structures and functions while strengthening their understanding of how cells work.
Ms. Thompson’s 7th-grade Science classes have recently wrapped up their unit on cells! Students enjoyed participating in a variety of hands-on labs and activities that helped them explore cell structures and functions while strengthening their understanding of how cells work.
Ms. Thompson’s 7th-grade Science classes have recently wrapped up their unit on cells! Students enjoyed participating in a variety of hands-on labs and activities that helped them explore cell structures and functions while strengthening their understanding of how cells work.
8th Grade FACS students explore various food poisoning bacteria as part of their kitchen safety unit.
4 days ago, Ms. Leitheiser - FACS teacher
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram
Bacteria Instagram

Tonight is the night! Simmons Middle School has been collecting gently used clothing, and the SMS Clothing Swap will take place from 6-8 p.m. tonight, Thursday, Nov. 5, in the cafeteria. Families are invited to come in and take whatever clothing they need! All are welcome! 💙💛

4 days ago, Aberdeen School District
SMS students and staff sorting clothing donations
SMS students and staff sorting clothing donations
SMS students and staff sorting clothing donations
SMS students sorting clothing donations
SMS students and staff sorting clothing donations
SMS student sorting clothing donations
SMS students sorting clothing donations
SMS students and staff sorting clothing donations
Speed debates in 6th grade ELA! Students had one minute to make a claim, back it up, and respond to their opponent before rotating to a new partner and topic. The arguments were passionate! It was the perfect warm-up for our new argument writing unit!
4 days ago, Christine Lepkowski
6th ELA
6th ELA
Today's Game Day Eats at #AberdeenPublicSchools: 7 Layer Dip! Students, enjoy 7 layers of delicious served with nacho chips!

#GameDayEats #GoEagles 💙🦅💛
5 days ago, Aberdeen School District
Game Day Eats - 7 Layer Dip: 7 layers of delicious served with nacho chips! Refried beans taco meat green chiles sour cream salsa shredded cheddar black olives
📺 Introducing SMS News!

We’re excited to share the very first episode of SMS News, our school’s very own video news show! Created by students, for our school community, it’s a chance to see what’s happening in our halls and classrooms, celebrate our people, and stay up to date on what’s coming next.

👉 Watch here: https://canva.link/y2rt0ob47yakith

Go Eagles!
6 days ago, Madeleine Helms
SMS News Episode 1

Hey Simmons Middle School families, need clothes for the winter months? Stop by SMS on Thursday, November 5 from 6pm-8pm to take what you need. All sizes are available. The clothing was donated, washed, and sorted, and it's free!

6 days ago, Dr. Colleen Murley - Principal
hand holding shopping bags
Wow! We are SO grateful for our SMS community! Just look at all these amazing clothes! 💛 Tomorrow is the **LAST day to donate**, so be sure to get your donations in! And don't forget to join us for the **Clothing Swap on Thursday from 6–8 PM!** We can't wait to see you there! 🎉
6 days ago, Madeleine Helms
6th Grade Donations
7th Grade Donations
8th Grade Donations
Congratulations to our Students of the Month for October!
7 days ago, Mrs. Lambrechts - Assistant Principal
6th grade Student of the Month winners
7th grade Student of the Month winners
8th grade Student of the Month winners
Stay up to date on all the happenings at Simmons Middle School with the November Newsletter: https://aberdeen-news.edurooms.com/newsletters/simmons-middle-school/newsletters/sms-november-2026
7 days ago, Dr. Colleen Murley - Principal
SMS November Newsletter announcement
Students in Mrs. Trefz's class are making fall artwork and following verbal directions in English.
8 days ago, Nicole Trefz
6th grade students are focusing on making fall artwork and following verbal directions in English.
7th grade students are making fall art and following verbal directions in English.
Students are following a recipe to make "Dirt Cups" to celebrate the upcoming holiday and practice reading and following directions in English.
8 days ago, Nicole Trefz
Students are excited to try their new snack!
Students assembling their "Dirt Cups".
Some students start eating their "Dirt Cups" while others are making theirs.
Our halls are always packed with dynamic duos but this week they got to dress the part! We've had a ton of fun with our themed days all week and the students are excited to cap it all off with the Halloween Social tonight!
8 days ago, Angel Samson
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SMS Golden Crew held a "Blue Out" Day to raise awareness during Bullying Prevention Month. Everyone looks forward to our monthly activities to promote kindness and a positive climate within our school!
8 days ago, Angel Samson
Bullying Prevention Month
Bullying Prevention Month
Bullying Prevention Month
Bullying Prevention Month
Bullying Prevention Month
Hiles' 7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! As we learn about Native American cultures and early life in North America, students are exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
8 days ago, Andrea Hiles
Bringing history to life! As we learn about Native American cultures and early life in North America!
Hands-on learning helps students make meaningful connections to the past!
Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles' 7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Students are exploring and guessing animal footprint molds!
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
Hiles'  7th-grade Social Studies students are bringing history to life! Learning about Native American cultures and early life in North America, Exploring animal pelts to better understand how people used natural resources for clothing, shelter, and survival.
We had all kinds of fun at the SMS Fall Social! Bracelet making, face painting, dancing, pin guard, and board games - something for everyone!
10 days ago, Dr. Colleen Murley - Principal
students making bracelets
students painting faces
students playing pin guard
Students: Today is our Halloween Celebration at #AberdeenPublicSchools! 🎃

Enjoy a Monster Breakfast with "Spooky Donuts,” and a Spooktacular School Lunch with BOO-NANA Bites for Dessert! 🍩🍌

#AberdeenPublicSchools #GoEagles 💙🦅💛
10 days ago, Aberdeen School District
Kick off your spooktacular day with a monster breakfast - serving spooky donuts! Enjoy a Spooktacular School Lunch with BOO-Nana bites for dessert!
SMS 7th & 8th grade vocal and 7th grade band are excited to perform tonight at Simmons Middle School. The concert begins at 7pm. Doors unlock at 6:30. Can't attend? Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/bSz4vyq3CNg?feature=share Program: https://canva.link/dtrn9cpkatkfrg0
14 days ago, Dr. Colleen Murley - Principal